Ada, MN: Man Charged After Meth Use Before Driving

Ada, MN: Man Charged After Meth Use Before Driving

Norman County (trfnews.i234.me) — An Ada man faces a new DWI charge. The case began during a probation visit in Ada, Minnesota. Charge Filed Benjamin Allen Lakeman, 40, of Ada, is charged with a gross misdemeanor. The count is Second-Degree Driving While Impaired with aggravating factors. The statute cited is Minnesota Statute 169A.25. What the… Continue reading Ada, MN: Man Charged After Meth Use Before Driving

Ogema: DeGroat Sentenced for Assault, Vehicle Hit

Ogema: DeGroat Sentenced for Assault, Vehicle Hit

Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Timothy Wayne DeGroat, 59, of Ogema, is headed to prison after a jury verdict. DeGroat was sentenced in Becker County District Court on Dec. 30, 2025. Judge Michelle Lawson imposed a 21-month state prison sentence in St. Cloud. The court gave him 177 days of jail credit. The court also ordered… Continue reading Ogema: DeGroat Sentenced for Assault, Vehicle Hit

Detroit Lakes: Woman Charged in $5.7K Check Scam

Detroit Lakes: Woman Charged in $5.7K Check Scam

Becker County (trfnews.i234.me) — Joann Evonne Wik, 47, lives in rural Detroit Lakes. She now faces two felony charges. Wik is charged in Becker County District Court with felony check forgery. She is also charged with felony theft by swindle. Court records tie the case to a $5,738.23 check. What investigators say An investigator with… Continue reading Detroit Lakes: Woman Charged in $5.7K Check Scam